Health

A team of researchers, led by one of Indian origin, has developed a novel artificial intelligence (AI) based system that can help reduce the risk of unexpected deaths by identifying hospitalized patients at high risk […]

Usually for people looking to build muscle mass, such as athletes, body builders and individuals, health experts recommend a high-protein diet. The diet usually consists of animal-based foods such as meat, eggs, and milk – […]

For decades, some women have endured an enormous amount of unnecessary suffering around menopause. There have been countless stories of healthcare professionals failing women, for instance through dismissing menopausal symptoms and failing to provide adequate […]

Amid the global outbreak of mpox, the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) report suggests that, unlike Covid-19, the mpox virus (earlier known as monkeypox), doesn’t easily spread through the air. Mpox, which […]

Night owls — a person who is habitually active or wakeful at night — tend to have a higher body mass index (BMI), larger waists, and more hidden body fat and thus are almost 50 […]

Taking serious note of Mumbai-based Entod Pharmaceuticals’ claims that it can help reduce dependency on reading glasses for those suffering from presbyopia, the Drugs Controller General of India has suspended the permission granted to manufacture […]

Running is undoubtedly a fantastic way to achieve your fitness goals, embraced by millions for its numerous benefits. It’s one of the simplest forms of exercise, accessible to people of all ages. But did you […]

US researchers have announced a new wearable, long-term continuous heart monitor that is likely to identify more cases of irregular heart rhythm—also known as atrial fibrillation linked to the risk of stroke and heart failure—compared […]

Men having the high-risk form of the cervical cancer-causing virus, or HPV, were found to possess higher amounts of dead sperm, thereby negatively affecting their fertility, according to a new study. Human Papillomavirus (HPV), a […]

A team of scientists has found that even placebos can help reduce stress, anxiety and depression in people remotely. The study, published in the journal Applied Psychology: Health and Well-Being, found that the non-deceptive group […]

Neoadjuvant chemotherapy — used to shrink tumours before cancer surgery — can significantly improve treatment outcomes and boost survival rate, said experts. Neoadjuvant chemotherapy is a type of cancer treatment where chemotherapy drugs are administered […]

Leafy greens Leafy greens are nutritional powerhouses, rich in vitamins A, C, K, and folate, as well as minerals like iron and calcium. They are low in calories and high in fibre, which supports digestive […]

Chicken breasts are most people’s go-to option for daily protein intake. For some people, chicken makes up for the most part of their diet for health reasons. However, a recent study reveals that consumption of […]

Consuming red meat is related to a higher risk of type 2 diabetes, according to an analysis of more than 19 lakh adults from 20 countries across world regions, including southeast Asia, providing the “most […]

A new mice study may have found an association between an enzyme and memory loss in elderly people, an advance that can someday pave the way for the treatment of Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. The […]

Following a diet rich in proteins may help lower the risk of death among people with chronic kidney disease (CKD), claims a study. About 850 million people worldwide are estimated to have kidney disease, and […]

The dengue vaccine Qdenga, pre-approved by the World Health Organization in May, has shown more than 50 per cent efficacy in reducing the number of cases, with lasting effects and a good safety profile, according […]